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The Devil Commands
1941·Movie
The Devil Commands fingerprint
High energy, striking style, light on feelings.
Energy
Scary and tense
- Scare8
- Tension7
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy6
- Wonder5
- Pathos4
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Absurdist Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
The mind and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Acting7
- Direction6
Style
Standout sound design
- Sound Centrality8
- Music Composition7
- Music Centrality7
Energy
HighScary and tense
The Devil Commands is scary and tense.
All energy traits
- Scare8Frightening moments and scares.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumThe mind and mystery
Its world is built around the mind and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Surrealism5Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
HighStandout sound design
Look and sound: the sound design stand out.
All style traits
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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When the Devil commands Karloff obeys...!
A story about a scientist who is obsessed with communicating with the dead.
Mad ScientistPre-atomic HorrorGothic HorrorObsession1940sMacabre ExperimentsGrave RobbingElectrical Technology
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Questions about The Devil Commands
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Is The Devil Commands worth watching?
61
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 61/100 (IMDb 6.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Devil Commands rated?
NRDisturbing imagerySuicide themes
It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: disturbing imagery and suicide themes.
How long is The Devil Commands?
1 h 5 min
The Devil Commands runs 1 h 5 min.
What language is The Devil Commands in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch The Devil Commands?
29
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+15GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Devil Commands in 29 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does The Devil Commands use?
Phone Call from the DeadI Never Got Any LettersOffscreen AfterlifeShoot Out the LockPhony PsychicThe Lost LenoreStrapped to an Operating TableGrave RobbingThe SpeechlessCreepy HousekeeperTorches and PitchforksThese Are Things Man Was Not Meant to Knowand 2 more
TV Tropes lists 14 storytelling tropes for The Devil Commands, including Phone Call from the Dead, I Never Got Any Letters, Offscreen Afterlife.